The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price on Sep 24
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 24
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 24
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 24
6 h 4 m
Buses on Sep 24
23
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Thu, Sep 24, we found 23 buses from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main, including 17 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 24 the direct buses cover the 364 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Thu, Sep 24 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus · FlixBus6:00 PM7h10Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)1:10 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€231One-way1 transfer
(Amsterdam -> Prague)2:00 PM8h30Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)10:30 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€231One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 AM7h20Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)5:10 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:20 AM8h05Schiphol, Airport Terminal 14:25 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM8h25Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:25 PMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM5h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:15 AMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM6h05Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)1:35 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€371One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM6h05Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:35 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€461One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:15 PM6h10Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)8:25 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:45 AM6h15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)7:00 AMFrankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)€351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a flight costs an average of €456.
Distance: 364 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €456 Average price | €76 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €76.
A bus is €418 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €456.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Bus takes on average 8h 29m.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main buses for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h25 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 8h05 | 4:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h20 | 5:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h15 | 7:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h40 | 6:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 2:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 8h30 | 10:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 8h15 | 10:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h10 | 8:25 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h30 | 9:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h00 | 11:15 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h10 | 1:10 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h05 | 1:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h00 | 9:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 10h15 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h05 | 4:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 5h45 | 4:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 9h50 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 10h35 | 9:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 24 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 6h15 | 7:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main run on average 19 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 364 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 364 km |
Average bus duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Most Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36). Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Frankfurt am Main bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Amsterdam station do buses to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) bus station facilities and services
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 from Amsterdam city centre
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 bus station facilities and services
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
Getting to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Getting to Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) bus station facilities and services
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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